Overview
Firmenich 1 is a 1.44 MW diesel power plant located in Brazil. It operates on oil and is currently operational, serving local energy needs.
Firmenich 1 is a diesel power plant located in Brazil, with a capacity of 1.44 MW. The facility operates on oil and is classified as a small-scale power generation unit within the country's energy mix. Brazil's power generation sector is heavily regulated by national environmental standards, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level licensing requirements. Diesel plants like Firmenich 1 typically operate under strict emission controls for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. While the plant's technology is not detailed, diesel engines are commonly used for backup or peaking power due to their quick start capabilities. The plant's small capacity suggests it may serve a local industrial or commercial facility, possibly as a backup or distributed generation source. Its operational status indicates it contributes to grid stability or on-site power supply. The environmental impact is limited by its size, but diesel combustion still produces CO2 and local air pollutants.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in CO2 emissions and local air pollutants such as SOx and NOx. Its small capacity (1.44 MW) limits overall environmental impact, but proximity to populated areas could affect local air quality.
Frequently asked questions
Firmenich 1 is located in Brazil at coordinates -23.5985, -46.908. The specific city and state are not publicly listed.
Firmenich 1 has a capacity of 1.44 MW, making it a small-scale diesel power plant.
Firmenich 1 operates on oil, which is a common fuel for diesel power plants.
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental licensing, which set limits on emissions of SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
Yes, Firmenich 1 is listed as operational.